Why cannot the natural man receive the things of the Spirit?

Answer

"But the natural man receives not the things of the Spirit of God: for they are foolishness unto him: neither
can he know because they are spiritually discerned." 1 Cor. 2: 14.

What is one purpose for which the Holy Spirit was sent?
What would make the death of Christ in vain?
How did Jesus honor His parents?
What title of distinction is given the law of God?
26. When Israel had apostatized, and were almost universally worshipping Baal, what appeal did Elijah make to them?
22. What did Augustine, the father of this theocratical or church-and-state theory, teach concerning it?
What is promised those who trust in Jesus?

Questions & Answers are from the book Bible Readings for the Home Circle